BETHEL PARK POLICE CAREERS

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NOW HIRING:

POLICE OFFICERS

The Bethel Park Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals who are committed to protecting public safety and enhancing the quality of life for the more than 32,000 residents who call our community home.


Our department is built upon the core values of Integrity, Respect, Service, Excellence, Innovation, Safety, and Courage, which guide everything we do. If you are driven by a desire to serve others and share these values, we encourage you to join our team and make a meaningful difference in the Bethel Park community.


Applications Due: September 3, 2026

Physical Agility Test & Written Examination: September 15, 2026.

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BENEFITS

· Starting Salary: $79,123 (2026)

· Top Patrol Salary after 5 years:  $121,721 (2026)

· Paid Police Academy Salary: $60,860

· Generous paid time off package

· Excellent Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

· Pension with a three-year DROP

· Specialty positions: Traffic, CIRT Operator/Negotiator, Mobile Field Force, Investigations, School Resource, Crime Prevention, Drone Unit

· Tuition assistance

· Paid Military Leave

· Yearly uniform allowance

REQUIREMENTS

· Age 21 or older

· 60 credits from an accredited college or university

· Must reside within 20 air miles within 6 months of completing a one-year probationary period

· US Citizen

· Possess a valid Driver’s License

· Physically and mentally fit

· Possess Act 120 Certification or able to attend a PA certified Police Academy

· Be able to pass a comprehensive background check


HOW TO APPLY:

  1. $35 Application fee is required and may be paid by check via mail or in person at the Bethel Park Police Department. Checks should be made payable to: Municipality of Bethel Park
  2. Applications are due by September 3, 2026.
  3. The fee will be returned to the applicant if they appear for the scheduled agility and written test on September 15, 2026.
  4. Applications may be submitted by:
  5. Uploading a PDF of your application using the form below.
  6. Hand delivering your application to the Bethel Park Police Department.
  7. Emailing your application to: BPPDApplications@bethelparkpapolice.gov
  8. Mailing in your application to: Bethel Park Police Department, ATTN Police Applications, 5100 W. Library Ave, Bethel Park, PA 15102

Please email BPPDApplications@bethelparkpapolice.gov with any questions.